Seasonings

Cajun Seasoning Mix

This homemade Cajun seasoning mix uses pantry spices like paprika, cayenne, thyme and oregano. Shake it up in a bag and keep it up to a year.

Cajun Seasoning Mix

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A salt, paprika, garlic and cayenne blend with thyme and oregano. Sprinkle a little on meat or vegetables, or pack it in a jar as a gift.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
CourseSeasoning
CuisineAmerican
Servings21 tablespoons
Calories5

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons whole thyme
  • 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole oregano

Equipment

  • zip-top bags
  • mixing bowl
  • airtight jar

Directions
 

  1. Put all the spices in a zip-top bag or small bowl.
  2. Shake or stir until well combined.
  3. Pour into a spice jar or other airtight container and close tightly.

Notes

Start with about 1 to 2 teaspoons per pound of meat, or 1 teaspoon per 2 cups of vegetables; adjust to taste. Airtight, cool, dry; best flavor up to 1 year.

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 5kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1011mg | Potassium: 23mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 271IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 5.5mg | Iron: 0.2mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 21 tablespoons; whole thyme counted as dried thyme, whole oregano counted as dried oregano. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.


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